Welcome to Our FREE Toe-Up Socks Knitalong
Welcome to our first KnitFreedom knitalong! We will be knitting a pair of worsted-weight toe-up socks, two-at-a-time on Magic Loop. One lucky knitter will get free live Zoom sessions with me to answer all their questions. Six lucky knitters will get to participate in the free live weekly Q&A. Click here to learn about and join the free knitalong.
Knitalong Lesson 13: Knit First Round and Start Increasing for Toe - 07/08/20
Once you have knitted one plain round, it’s time to begin increasing for your toes. Watch the two videos explaining and demonstrating the increases for toe-up socks: “How the Toe Increases Work” and “Increasing on Your Socks.”
Knitalong Lesson 14: Updated Cast-On Instructions, and Take Your Time! - 07/11/20
I have an updated Judy’s Magic Cast-On video for you where you don’t have to knit any stitches through the back loop. Also, if you’re overwhelmed, tired, or sad, just know that I care.
Knitalong Lesson 15: Tips for Your Toes - 07/20/20
For those of you still on the toe (which is where we are officially in the knitalong), I have gathered another handful of tips and tricks inspired by reader questions and comments.
Knitalong Lesson 16: Heel Choices - 08/01/20
As you finish the foot and approach the heel, here are some tips: Re-work forgotten increases without taking out your work, choose the best heel for your sock, and follow our Faux-Heel-Flap video if you’re knitting the faux-heel-flap sock.
Required Course: Toe-Up, Two-at-a-Time Socks
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Knitalong Pattern: Worsted-Weight Socks for Beginners
A free basic worsted weight sock pattern for toe-up socks, knit one– or two-at-a-time, using Magic Loop. Features the Fleegle heel. This is the pattern I use to teach sock-knitting to first-time sock-knitters, and they always get great results.
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Alternate Pattern: Basic Fingering-Weight Toe-Up Sock Pattern
Here is a free basic beginner pattern for fingering weight socks, toe-up socks, one– or two-at a time, using Magic Loop and the Fleegle heel. It’s the one I use in all my classes, and my students always get great results.
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Recommended Circular Needles: Addi Turbo by Skacel
My favorite circular needles for knitting FAST. The blunt tips don’t hurt your fingertips, and the joins are smooth as silk.
My recommended needle lengths are:
– 47″ for two-at-a-time knitting
– 40″ for anything else on Magic Loop
– 30-47″ for Moebius knitting
Recommended Fabric Care: Soak by Soak Wash
My favorite no-rinse wool wash for blocking your knit garments. Comes in lovely scents and also unscented. Just squirt some in cold water and add your garment (or gauge swatch) and let soak for 15-20 minutes. Squeeze to remove water and lay flat to dry or block.
Recommended Fabric Care: Sock Blockers by Knitter's Pride
Sock blockers are the perfect way to make your finished socks look their best. Whether you are going to keep them for yourself or give the socks as a gift, the last step before you wear your knit socks is always to block them. The even and smooth shape persists even after machine washing and drying.
Testimonial: Such Complete and Understandable Instructions
Thank you for such complete and understandable instructions. I’ve done two-at-a-time toe-up socks before, but the instructions were really hard to understand – these are fantastic and so easy. Thanks again.
– Cheryl
Testimonial: I Can Call Myself a Knitter Thanks to You
I can call myself a knitter thanks to you... Thanks, dear Liat! You are the best teacher.
– Carol
Testimonial: I Loved the KAL!
Yes! I loved the KAL! My next project is to make more socks!! Thanks to Liat and her wonderful teaching skills!
– Jill C.